SWIFT/BIC code BAUWBE21XXX

BAUWBE21XXX belongs to Van Bauwel and Co in Antwerpen, Belgium.

BAUWBE21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBAUWBE21XXX
8-character codeBAUWBE21
Branch codeXXX
BankVan Bauwel and Co
BranchHead office
CityAntwerpen
CountryBelgium

The way the Van Bauwel and Co SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BAUW Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
BE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
XXX Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which institution is behind BIC BAUWBE21XXX?

The code BAUWBE21XXX belongs to the main office of Van Bauwel and Co in Antwerpen, Belgium. Use it when you send money to an account at Van Bauwel and Co.

Are BAUWBE21 and BAUWBE21XXX the same code?

Yes. BAUWBE21 is the 8-character version of BAUWBE21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Van Bauwel and Co in Antwerpen.

How long does a transfer to Van Bauwel and Co take in Belgium?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BAUWBE21XXX to send euros to Belgium?

Belgium is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BAUWBE21XXX.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Van Bauwel and Co in Belgium?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use BAUWBE21XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BAUWBE21XXX against the details from Van Bauwel and Co before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.